All Obituaries 

Shawn Michael Penrod, 38, of Crooksville Ohio, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Shawn was born on June 23, 1987, to Doug and Linda Penrod. In addition to his parents, Shawn is also preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Dane Penrod. Shawn leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Amanda L. Penrod; children, Klaira, Kendall, Korah and Kailyn Penrod; brother, Doug Jr. (Crystal) Penrod; nieces and nephews, Gracie, Summer, Kevin, Jada, Mercedese, Amelia, Robert, Braxton and ...

Cathy Marie Ross April 8, 1962 - February 26, 2026 Cathy Marie Ross, 63, of Frazeysburg, passed away on February 26, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Cathy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt. Family meant everything to her, and she cherished every moment spent with those she loved. She enjoyed riding motorcycles, spending time with her family, watching races, working on jigsaw puzzles, bird watching, and was an avid fan of the ...

Joe Wilson of Dresden Ohio, formally of Port Charlotte FL, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 26, 2026. Joe was born on October 10, 1978. He was the son of Gloria West and stepfather, Terry West. Joe loved to hunt and fish, he always had to be doing something productive.  Joe is survived by his mother and stepfather, Gloria (Terry) West; daughter, Tristan Wilson; grandmother, Betty Hess of Dresden Ohio; brothers, Jamie Wilson of Florida and Ibanez Craig of Dresden ...

Frederick Karl “Rick” Jenkins, 69, of Roseville, Ohio, passed away on February 25, 2026, after a brief illness. Rick was born on June 19, 1956, in Greenville, South Carolina, to Harley M. Jenkins and Ester M. Shipley (Jenkins). He was a 1975 graduate of Maysville High School and retired from Burnham after 44 years of service. On April 23, 1977, Rick married the love of his life, Janie M. Jenkins. They were married 46 years. They loved to sightsee, try new restaurants, and ...

Leon "Leekie" B. Curtis Jr., 70, of Zanesville Ohio, passed away on February 14, 2026. Leon was born on May 23, 1955, to Leon B. Sr. and Elizabeth “Libby” Curtis. In addition to his father, Leon is also preceded in death by his son, Adrian L. Curtis; paternal and maternal grandparents; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Leon is survived by his mother, Elizabeth “Libby” Curtis; son, Andrew (Vanessa) Curtis; grandchildren, Kassianni Curtis and Karlee ...

Jeffery Gregg Coss, 71, of Zanesville Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026. Jeff was born on August 26, 1954, to Thomas and Mildred (Walters) Coss. In addition to his parents, Jeff is also preceded in death by his siblings, Daniel DeSonia, Patricia DeSonia, Michael Coss, John Coss, Robert Coss, Richard McCandless, Ruth Hetrick, Zada Bethards and Barbara, special dog, Roscoe. Jeff leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Tim (Lisa) Coss, Stacy (Justin) Coss, Jody (Ryan) Saxton, ...

Myrtle Irene Smith, 81, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Taylor Springs Nursing Home in Gahanna, Ohio. Myrtle was born March 16, 1944 in Fincastle, Virginia, daughter of the late Lenora (Johnson) and William Washington Burrell. In addition to her parents, Myrtle is also preceded in death by her husband, George Smith; siblings, Elnora Faulks, Clarence "Slicky" Burrell and Richard Burrell; and niece, Cindy Burrell. Myrtle leaves to mourn her passing, her beloved ...

Charlene Elizabeth Hollins, 91, of Zanesville, Ohio went to be at Eternal Peace on Friday, January 30, 2026. Charlene was born January 14, 1935 in Zanesville, daughter of the late Charles W. and Virginia Elizabeth (Redmond) Green. In addition to her parents, Charlene is preceded in death by her sons, Brian Hollins, Jackie Hollins and Rob Hollins; sisters, Pearl White and Connie Day; and brother, Timothy Green. Charlene leaves to cherish the memories she leaves, her children, Vickie (Butch) ...

Ross “Skip” Efaw Jr., 66 of Zanesville Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at home. Ross was born on December 12, 1959 to Ross Efaw Sr. and Delores (Thomas) Efaw. Ross is preceded in death by his father. Ross leaves to cherish his memory, his mother, Delores Efaw; one daughter, Jessica Efaw; two sons, Christopher Stamn and Mike Efaw all of Zanesville; two brothers, Jeff Efaw of Frazeysburg and Doug Efaw of the home; three sisters, Deb and Tom Hazzard of ...

Naomi Shields, born May 29, 1963, in Painesville, Ohio, later made her home in Zanesville, Ohio, where she spent most of her life caring for others and putting family before herself. Naomi was the loving mother of Samantha Moyer Cee and Robert Shields "Toasty". Her children were her heart, and that love multiplied with the arrival of her seven grandchildren—Kaitlyne, Aubree, Aleighia, Kolton, Kamerynn, Gracie, and Bentley. Being a grandmother brought her immense pride and ...